Water Companies (Social Tariffs) Bill

Key Points

• Water companies would be required to provide social tariffs for low-income households.
• Tariffs would reduce water bills for eligible customers.
• The bill sets out a framework for implementing tariffs and related duties on water providers (connected purposes).
• It is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons (originating in the Commons).

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd Reading stage in the Commons and would typically proceed to committee stage and further readings if it advances.